Sculptural Adam & Eve Paradise Ring
Located in London, GB
A wonderfully powerful erotic ring. The sculptural form portraying Adam & Eve clasping hands
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Peridot, 18k Gold
Sculptural Adam & Eve Paradise Ring
Located in London, GB
A wonderfully powerful erotic ring. The sculptural form portraying Adam & Eve clasping hands
Peridot, 18k Gold
$3,950 / set
Rare Collection of Erotic Cast Rings
Located in New York, NY
Rare collection of Erotic Cast Rings from the 1960's. All sorts of couplings depicted as well as
Bronze, Gilt Metal, Brass
Erotic Garnet Intaglio Ring Late 17th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 17th century Top size: 18mm Ring size: 8 Weight: 19 This XVII century erotic garnet
Garnet, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Ring by Elizabeth Gu Defner
Located in Paris, IDF
Erotic ring, white gold, emerald cabochon, diamonds, signed, circa 1970
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Antique Gold Erotic Intaglio Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
An antique gold "erotic" intaglio ring, the carved pair head to toe occupied next to a classical
Gold
Gold 18th Century Erotic Intaglio Ring "The Triumph of Priapus"
Located in Antwerp, BE
A classy 18th Century ring with an image that, once you understand what you're looking at, makes
Agate, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hand-painted Erotic Scene Silver Gold and Black Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Paris, IDF
Embellished cocktail ring with erotic scene by Simona Tagliaferri at Second Petale Gallery
Black Diamond, Gold, Silver
Unavailable
Pearl Diamond Gold Flower Ring
Located in New York City, NY
diamond melee. This ring is erotic and sexy! Wear it for him with a seductive heart. Buy
Cultured Pearl, Diamond
French Orange Topaz Crystal Gold Erotic Ring
Located in London, GB
An artist-made ring depicting three figures clinging to a crystal of Brazilian orange topaz. The
Topaz, 18k Gold
Erotic Intaglio Glass Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautifully formed and enticingly erotic, this glass ring begs closer inspection. Vibrant orange
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera Yellow Gold Erotic Nudes Ring
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Southampton, PA
Exotic sensuality is artfully spun into the curves of this ring. Two lovers surrender to their
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Silver Signet Men's Ring With Erotic Scene
Located in Firenze, IT
Roman Silver Signet Ring with fauno on the phallus 1st-3rd century AD Top size: 2.4cm Size 9
Silver
Carrera y Carrera Erotic Nude Lovers 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in MIAMI, FL
From famed designer Carrera Y Carrera is this amazing erotic 18k yellow gold ring. The ring is a
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Erotic Gold Bracelet and Ring by Jean Mahie
By Jean Mahie
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An amusing bracelet and ring by Jean Mahie. The 18k yellow gold bracelet and ring with French
Authentic Carrera y Carrera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Nude Adam and Eve Erotic Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Top: 16 mm Band Width: 4 mm Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Size: 8.5 Hallmarks: CC 750 Total Weight: 13.8 Grams Stone: None Condition: Pre...
18k Gold
Erotic Kama Sutra Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Sexual sterling silver ring featuring a man on top of a woman from behind. Marked 925 for sterling
Sterling Silver
Ed Wiener Modernist Erotic Gold Ring for Oz Tin Man "Tiger' Haynes
By Ed Wiener
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Mid-century modernist jeweler Ed Wiener (1918-1991) . 14k yellow ring with a 1 1/4"plaque
14k Gold
Erotic ring by Jean Mahie
By Jean Mahie
Located in London, GB
22kt ring designed as a naked woman. Signed JM for Jean Mahie, numbered 3351. Ring size 12.
22k Gold
Vintage Cartier Pink Red Ruby Oval Cut 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ellipse Ring 50
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Vivid Red Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Band Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring set with a vivid red ruby. Fine jewellery houses like Cartier only use the finest of ge...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Platinum Ring with Colombian Emerald, AGL Certified
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent Cartier signed ring, showcasing a vivid 12.25-carat Colombian emerald, certified by the American Gemological Laboratories (AGL). The emerald, cut in a bold rectangular ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Edwardian Peridot Old Mine Diamond Pearl Festoon Swag Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL ROUND FACETED PERIDOT GEMS SET WITH PEARLS AND AN OLD MINE DIAMOND IN A GORG...
Pearl, Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring of 14k Gold, Circa 1860
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Vivid and romantic, this ruby and diamond ring was created by thoughtfully upcycling antique stones from a damaged Victorian bracelet. At its center glows a 0.37ct cushion-cut ruby o...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Art Deco Pearl Diamond Platinum Choker Collar Necklace
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Art Deco Akoya Pearl diamond platinum choker collar necklace, circa 1930s. The Art Deco Akoya Pearl Diamond Platinum Choker Necklace, crafted in the 1930s, epitomizes the elegance a...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Birthstone July Ruby Necklace 18K Gold -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This vibrant ruby necklace from Bombyx House exudes feminine power. The rich gemstone strand commands attention with its captivating hue. 16" Total Length + 1.5" Adjustable Extensio...
Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau / Belle Epoque 1900 Diamond Ring in 18Karat Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Art Nouveau / Belle Epoque Diamond ring in 18 Karat Gold. Ca. 1900 Belle Epoque (Spanish or French) Bypass Diamond ring mounted in 18 karat yellow Gold. The two main diamonds are ha...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
French 1925s Certified Fine Pearl Baguette, Cut Diamonds Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Platinum ring, dog head hallmark. Charming antique ring from the Art Deco period, it is adorned with a fine pearly white orient pearl, with a baguette-cut diamond on either side in a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
$352Sale Price / item|50% Off
W 0.62 in L 0.79 in
Ocean-Themed Mother of Pearl Drop Earrings with Topaz Briolette
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ocean-Themed Mother of Pearl Earrings with Topaz Briolette Painted Sea Wave Earrings Mother of Pearl & Topaz Drop Earrings Embrace coastal elegance with these dainty earrings. T...
Pearl, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Vintage Alhambra Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold 5-Motif Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This rare Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet from the classic Vintage Alhambra collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features 5 lucky clover motifs inlaid with blue lapiz lazuli in r...
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.42ctw Diamond Nature Inspired Ring
Located in Orlando, FL
Diamonds – 9 round brilliant cuts, 0.42 carats total, graded G color, VS2 clarity Metal – 14k yellow gold with white gold prongs, 2.5 grams Size – currently fits approx. 6.25, resiza...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Diamond Five-Stone and Platinum Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Five glistening old mine cut diamonds sit fabulously on top of a simple open work claw setting modelled in platinum. The old mine cut diamonds total 75pts. Ring Size: R or 8 3/4 ...
Diamond, Platinum
Syna Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue Topaz 7 carats approx. Diamonds 0.04 carat approx. Ring size US 7, can be sized Limited edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Draw...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Retro Ruby and Sapphire Gold Double Lipstick
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Double Headed Lipstick Holder This accessory has two heads that can hold lipstick and 2 carved gemstones (ruby and sapphire) all set in 18k yellow gold. Signed Cartier Paris,...
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
$13,612
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US8
Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Organza Ruffled Dress with Bow, SS 2001
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This silk organza dress features a fitted, sleeveless silhouette with a deep V-neckline and an asymmetrical hemline. It showcases vibrant tie-dye colors in red, pink, and orange with...
Late 18th Century Gold Four Compartment Poison Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: Late 18th century Provenance: Italy Ring size: 7 Weight: 5.9 gr This precious ring of the 18th century ring is made of gold and has the central part – in the shape of a fou...
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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